Year 3 Teacher

Veritas Education Recruitment; Nelson; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Veritas Education are recruiting a Year 3 Teacher to join a committed primary school in Nelson, Lancashire. The role is full-time, fixed-term starting September 2026, focusing on Lower Key Stage 2 with emphasis on developing independence, curiosity and confidence across the curriculum.

The school offers supportive leadership, collaborative planning, strong CPD, well-resourced classrooms and a welcoming community, with high expectations for behaviour, attainment and pupil progress.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching within Lower Key Stage 2.
• Proven ability to motivate and engage primary learners.
• Commitment to safeguarding and inclusivity.
• Ability to use assessment to inform teaching.
• Collaborative planning and sharing best practice.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, families and community.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, creative and well-planned lessons that motivate and inspire pupils.
• Demonstrate strong knowledge of the Key Stage 2 curriculum.
• Have high expectations for behaviour, attainment and pupil progress.
• Create an inclusive classroom where all children feel supported, challenged and encouraged to succeed.
• Use assessment effectively to inform teaching and meet the needs of all learners.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to share ideas, resources and best practice.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, families and the wider school community.

Skills

Lesson delivery

KS2 curriculum knowledge

Behaviour expectations

Inclusive classroom

Assessment for learning

Collaborative working

Relationship building

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Year 3 Teacher
Full Time
MPS (Dependent on Experience)
Location: Nelson, Lancashire
Start Date: September 2026 - Fixed Term

Veritas Education are currently recruiting for a Year 3 Teacher to join a committed and supportive staff team within a welcoming primary school based in Nelson, Lancashire.

The school is proud to provide a nurturing, inclusive and ambitious learning environment where every child is encouraged to develop confidence, resilience and a lifelong love of learning. Staff are dedicated to ensuring pupils feel safe, valued and inspired to reach their full potential through high-quality teaching, strong pastoral support and meaningful relationships. The school promotes high expectations alongside a caring ethos, encouraging children to become respectful, responsible and independent learners within a diverse school community.

This is a full-time position, and the school is seeking a teacher with experience of teaching within Lower Key Stage 2. The successful candidate will play an important role in supporting pupils as they continue their Key Stage 2 journey, building on prior learning while developing independence, curiosity and confidence across the curriculum.

The school offers a collaborative and engaging working environment where staff work closely together to provide enriching learning experiences and ensure every child receives the support and challenge they need to succeed. Leaders are committed to staff wellbeing, professional development and creating a positive culture where teamwork and continuous improvement are valued.

The successful candidate will:

• Deliver engaging, creative and well-planned lessons that motivate and inspire pupils.
• Demonstrate strong knowledge of the Key Stage 2 curriculum.
• Have high expectations for behaviour, attainment and pupil progress.
• Create an inclusive classroom where all children feel supported, challenged and encouraged to succeed.
• Use assessment effectively to inform teaching and meet the needs of all learners.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to share ideas, resources and best practice.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, families and the wider school community.

The school offers:

• A supportive and approachable senior leadership team.
• Friendly, enthusiastic pupils who enjoy learning and are eager to succeed.
• A welcoming and inclusive school community where every child is valued.
• Collaborative planning opportunities and strong support across Key Stage 2.
• Excellent CPD and opportunities for professional growth and career progression.
• Well-resourced classrooms and a positive learning environment.

Applications are welcomed from experienced teachers and confident ECTs with relevant Key Stage 2 experience.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants will be subject to:

• Enhanced DBS and barred list checks
• Qualified Teacher Status verification
• Right to work and identity checks
• Online checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance
• Reference and employment history checks
• Prohibition from teaching checks
• Safer recruitment and pre-employment vetting checks

Any gaps in employment history will be discussed at interview.

Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

Disclaimer

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'